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Newspaper

The Mobile Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Nov 25, 1913

Page

10

Suffragettes Sound The Note

London reports a fighting speech at the Women’s Social and Political Union meeting. Mrs Dacre-Fox warns the government that police would face a strong bodyguard protecting Emmeline Pankhurst on arrival from the United States. Flora Drummond leads the force ready to defend against arrest if needed.

Associated Press London Women's Social and Political Union Dacre-Fox Emmeline Pankurst England United States Pankhurst Flora Drummond

Actress Forbes Robertson’s sister jailed for window smashing

By Associated Press in Birmingham England Miss Forbes Robertson sister of Sir John ston Forbes Robertson was sentenced to a fortnight’s imprisonment for smashing a window during Premier Os visit to Birmingham in July she refused a fine offered by the judge.

Associated Press Birmingham Eng

Dr Kings New Discovery cough remedy advert

A cough that lingers signals danger of consumption Dr Kings New Discovery stops the cough loosens the chest and aids sleep The first dose relieves symptoms Mrs A F Mertz of Glen Ellyn Iowa credits it with curing a stubborn cough after six weeks of doctoring The ad offers money back if it fails and lists price 50 cents and 1 00 with mail order from H E Bucklen Co Philadelphia or St Louis

H. E. Bucklen & Co Philadelphia St. Louis

Thirteen Looms Over White House Wedding

The article notes the wedding at the White House with thirteen as a symbolic number. It lists past presidential brides and spouses linked by the number thirteen, including Jessie W. Wilson and Francis B. Sayre. It recounts twelve previous White House weddings and the curious coincidence of thirteen as a recurring motif.

Associated Press Washington Wilson White House Sylvester. Beach Princeton N. J Jessie W. Wilson Francis B. Sayre Woodrown Miss Wilson Une Re House Lucy Payne Madison Supreme Court March U Anna Todd Philadelphia Edward B. m Stonewall” Jackson Marie Hester Monroe Monroe Samuel Lawrence Gouverneur New York Lewis Nashville Tenn Andrewn Alness Joseph Yver Pageot Legation Emily Martin Jackson Lewis Donaldson Jefferson Mary Easton Tennessee Lucien B. Polk Polk Elizabeth Tyler Tyler William Waller Williamsburg Nellie Grant Grant Algernon C. F. Sartoris Emily Platt Hayes Russell Hastings 234 Regiment of Ohio Volunteers Frances Folsom Grover Cleveland Alice Roosevelt Roosevelt Nicholas Longworth

Refugee Train Attacked by Rebels Reported Near Monterey

Fifty American refugees from Monterey and Vera Cruz reached New York aboard the Seguranca after a rebel railroad attack. An armored train supported by field guns fired on the refugee convoy as it moved along the right of way amid fears of a rebel occupation extending from Monterey to nearby regions.

Associated Press New York Monterey Vera Faz Doyle

Eckmans Alterative Promises Lung Recovery After Fifteen Years

A testimonial letter from Ernest P. Wilcox recounts rapid lung improvement after starting Eckmans Alterative for pneumonia and lingering bronchial issues. The ad claims long proven efficacy for throat and lung ailments, bronchitis, asthma, and general upbuilding, noting no narcotics and urging readers to request a recovery booklet.

Eckman New York Ernest P. Wilcox Hdckman Braswell Eckman Laboratory Philadelphia

Mrs Abigail Bishop Faces Divorce Final Decision

Mrs Abigail Bishop must decide within ten days whether her interlocutory decree of divorce will be made final or vacated. She has refused a final decree to prevent her husband James Bishop, a Wall Street broker, from remarrying Leila Gwathmey wife of the former president of the New York Cotton Exchange. The supreme court ordered action on his motion to determine marriage status.

Associated Press New York Abigail Bishop Bishop James ©. Bishop Wall Street Leila G. Gwathmey Gwathmey New York Cotton Exchange Supreme Court

Dr King’s New Life Pills advertise relief for headaches

An advertisement claims nervous headaches stem from torpid liver and constipation. It promises quick relief as the pills stimulate organs to function properly and regulate the liver and bowels. Priced at 26 cents, available at druggists or by mail from H. E. Bucklen & Co. Philadelphia or St. Louis.

Dr. King H. E. Bucklen & Co Philadelphia St. Louis

U S Steel Says Gary Plant Won’t Close

Elbert H. Gary denies rumors of a Gary Indiana plant closure by United States Steel. He says no plans to close any mills, though temporary shutdowns may occur if business conditions require, and he expects improvement without special information.

Associated Press New York Gary, Ind United States Steel Corporation Elbert H. Gary

Chicago Women to Serve as Election Officials

County Judge Owens rules women qualified as judges and clerks for Chicago alderman election. A woman judge will serve in every alternate precinct and women clerks in places with male judges. About fourteen hundred women will be employed.

Associated Press Chicago Owens

A Texas Wonder Cures Kidney and Bladder Ailments

Advertises Texas Wonder for kidney and bladder troubles with claims of curing gravel and rheumatism, redressing irregularities in men and women, and regulating child bladder issues. Priced at $1.00, mailed if not sold locally. one bottle lasts about two months. Alabama testimonial requested. Dr. E. W. Hall, St. Louis. Sold by druggists.

Texas Alabama E. W. Hall Olive Street St. Louis

Twenty Six Dice Game Suppressed in Chicago

Chicago police chief Gleason ordered the dice game Twenty Six suppressed after a court decision held it as gambling. The move follows widespread play at cigar stores across the United States.

Associated Press Chicago United States Gleason

Kidney and bladder trouble relief with Jad Salts

An old medical note explains urinary irritation from uric acid and urges Jad Salts or Rad Salts as a simple remedy. It describes burning sensations at night and difficulty avoiding urination, and promotes a four ounce dose daily for two to three days to neutralize acid in urine.

Dissolution Plans for St. Louis Terminal Co Advancing

Attorney General McReynolds and E C Crow discussed government plans to dissolve the Terminal Association of St. Louis after the Supreme Court found it violated the anti trust act. The court ordered dissolution of the group that controls St. Louis terminal facilities, with a decree proposed by the department to be presented to the U S district court in St Louis on December 6.

Associated Press Washington Terminal Association St. Louis Supreme Court McReynolds E. C. Crow Department of Justice Department United States District Court

Piles Cured in 6 to 14 Days by PAZO GINTMENT

Druggists refund money if PAZO GINTMENT fails to cure itching bleeding or protruding piles. First application gives relief. Price 50 cents. Advertised claim from a historical newspaper notice.

Rusty Needle Causes Death of Spartanburg Doctor in Brownsville

Dr. T. E. Nott a 48 year old physician and surgeon from Spartanburg South Carolina residing in Brownsville for health died mysteriously of tetanus. Infection traced to a rusty needle. Nott was a Tulane University graduate.

Associated Press Brownsville Tex T. E. Nott Spartanburg S. C

How to Make the Best Cough Remedy at Home

Plain syrup mixed with warm water and Pinex creates a home cough remedy. A pint bottle filled with Pinex and sugar syrup serves as a family supply, claimed to ease ordinary coughs within 24 hours and aid bronchial issues. The ad promotes genuine Pinex and offers a money back guarantee, with Pinex available from druggists or The Pinex Co. in Fort Wayne Indiana.

Pinex Co Ft. Wayne Ind

France Faces Financial Crisis Over New Loan

Paris reports a government finance crisis as opposition radical senators led by former premiers Emile Combes Joseph Caillaux and Georges Clemenceau demand a smaller loan of 180 million dollars and tax based measures. Premier Barthou vows to fight, with broad expectation of a parliamentary majority though uncertainty remains.

Associated Press Paris Emile Combes Joseph Caillaux Georges Clemenceau Barthou

Father M'Key Opens Retreat For Ladies

The retreat for ladies under the auspices of the Children of Mary opened Monday morning with a large attendance at the new hall of St. Mary's Asylum on Franklin Street. It is conducted by Rev. Fr. McKey C. M. of Opelika Alabama. Services are held at nine and 8 a.m. and 4 and 7 p.m. All ladies are cordially invited. The exercises will continue Tuesday and Wednesday, closing Thursday morning. For Weakness and Loss of Appetite The Old Standard general strengthening tonic Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic drives out malaria and builds up the system. A true tonic and sure appetiser. For adults and children. 60c adv.

Children of Mary St. Mary’s Asylum Franklin St Fr. McKey C. M Opelika Ala Grove

Caughley Considered as Carr’s Successor at Church

Rev. John T Caughhey, D D of Texas, preached two sermons at Government Street Presbyterian and impressed congregants. Mobile committee, chaired by Thad Harrison, will decide on Dr Carr’s successor soon after Carr’s resignation.

John T.caughey D. D Texas Government Street Presbyterian Church Caughley Mobile A. F. Carr Thad Harrison Carr

Fatalities on Hunting Trips Shake Two States

Chicago, Nov. 25. Reuben Laesing, 14, was shot through the chest by another sportsman while deer hunting near Foster City, Michigan. Nearby, near International Falls, Minnesota, Richard Kinney mistook his companion Albert Trembley for a deer. Trembley was killed instantly.

Associated Press Chicago Reuben Laessing Foster City Mich International Falls Minn Richard Kinney Albert Trembley Trembley

Man Mistakes Brother for Rabbit, Fatal Shot

In Holman Wisconsin on November 25 August Engans aged 25 fired after misseeing a rabbit in the bushes. The target was his brother Leonard aged 20 who was instantly killed. The incident follows a mistaken identity during a hunting moment raising questions about safety.

Associated Press Holman Wis August Engans August Leonard

Parcel Post Weight Limit May Be Raised

Postmaster General Burleson urged the Interstate Commerce Commission to raise the maximum parcel post weight from 20 to 50 pounds for all distances. The commission must affirm the recommendation under the law before any change takes effect.

Associated Press Washington Burleson Interstate Commerce Commission

Old People Endorse Peruna Across the Nation

Letters from elderly Americans describe relief from nervous prostration bronchial trouble and stomach ailments after using Peruna. They credit improved well being, noting ages from sixty six to ninety plus and praising Peruna tablets as an alternative for liquid medicine.

Martha Avery Graham’ St Leominster Mass Reece

Parcel Post Rates Extend Lower Zone Based Transport

The article notes existing parcel post rates will stay in effect only for items moved within the first and second zones. This maintains the lower rates for inland shipments while other zones may see changes.

Rex Beach Loses Manuscript In Train Theft

Special to The Item Rex Beach famed American novelist found his eight month manuscript missing from his satchel after an incognito stopover in Montgomery on Sunday night. He believes the theft occurred on the Central of Georgia train between Macon and Montgomery as he traveled toward South America.

Montgomery Rex Beach America Beach Macon South America

Actress Eva Tanguay Weds John W. Ford in Ann Arbor

Actress Eva Tanguay and her leading man John W. Ford were married yesterday afternoon in Ann Arbor Michigan. A Justice of the Peace performed the ceremony.

Associated Press Ann Arbor, Mich Eva Tanguay John W. Ford Justice of the Peace

Plans for New Poor House Building Adopted

County Architect C L Hutchisson presented the plans for a new building at the Mobile County Poor Asylum to the Board of Revenue and Road Commissioners Monday afternoon and with slight changes they were adopted. Construction will begin early in January 1914.

C. L. Hutchisson Mobile County Poor Asylum Board of Revenue and Road Commissioners

Also Mentioned on This Page

Mrs. Pankhurst U. S. Steel Corporation Salon Pompeii the Lyric Thankeare Pavan Firefly Lyric Theatre Irwin ST. Louis Terminal CO Adv France M’key Rev. Caughley DR. Carr Zadek Jewelry CO Mobile, Ala Yanama Jerere Ouiestie Mobile Daily Item Great Panam Willis J. Abbot Great Canal Zone Panama St. Stephens East Broad North South Carolina St Broad St East Garnett Ave North Old Shell Morrill & Lyons Paari Aaa Oliver Goodloe Barney -Cavanagh Hardware Co Henry Merz Upper Mt. Vernon Road Evansville Peruna Mr J.R. Prince Mrs Martha Anery Lin Henry Merz Ducro E. Fougera &Co., Inc Beckman Street Hermann & Hynde ST. Michael Street SEN New New Orleans Sean Oy Fe Bikra
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